Question

Andre tried to solve the equation 1/4(x + 12) = 2. What was his mistake? *

1/4(x+12=2
1/4x=-10
x=-40

Answer 1

x=-4

Explanation:

x+12=8

x=8-12

Andre did not multiple both by four to get the exact whole number. He also, didnt subtract 12 which is not possible due to it being multiplied by 1/4.